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Modjaji Books

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South African independent publisher

Modjaji Books is a South African small-scale independent publisher, based in Cape Town. Started in 2007 by Colleen Higgs, it is an independent press that publishes the writings of Southern African women. Many Modjaji titles have gone on to be nominated for and to win prestigious literary awards both in South Africa and internationally.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

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Modjaji Books is a South African small-scale independent publisher, based in Cape Town. Started in 2007 by Colleen Higgs, it is an independent press that publishes the writings of Southern African women.2

The story

Founded by Colleen Higgs.1

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